2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 200 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 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 Chrysler Aspen (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Aspen | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |