2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Aspen | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
