2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Aspen and 2009 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus IS. 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 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Aspen | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 503 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |