2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Aspen | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |