2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Aspen and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
