2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Aspen and 2009 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 234 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. 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 2009 Citroen C5. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Aspen 2009 Citroen C5
Make Chrysler Citroen
Model Aspen C5
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1878 kg 1527 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 68 L


 

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