2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 678 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
