2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 230 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 573 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 2011 Honda Civic. 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 (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 47 L |
