2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Town & Country 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Aspen 2008 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Chrysler Chrysler
Model Aspen Town & Country
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1878 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 76 L


 

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