2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 329 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |
