2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
