2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Aspen and 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 168 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 654 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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 Volkswagen T5. 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. 2009 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | T5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
