2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen will offer significantly more control. 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3250 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 | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |
