2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
