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Mazda CX-9 vs. Chrysler Aspen Review

How the Mazda CX-9 stacks up against the Chrysler Aspen - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Mazda CX-9
Price Range: $28,635 - $35,205
2009 Chrysler Aspen
Price Range: $34,730 - $37,115
Mazda CX-9 vs. Chrysler Aspen Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Mazda is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the Chrysler Aspen. As far as MSRP, the Mazda CX-9 doesn't cost much less than the Chrysler Aspen.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Chrysler Aspen over the Mazda CX-9. There's no clear winner between the Chrysler Aspen and the Mazda CX-9 regarding hauling capacity. The Chrysler outpulls the Mazda CX-9 by a big margin.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Chrysler Aspen's front cabin compared to the Mazda CX-9. The Mazda CX-9 is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Chrysler Aspen.

Dimensions
The Chrysler Aspen is likely to feel a tad sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Chrysler Aspen than the Mazda because of its more capacious tank. The Mazda and the Chrysler Aspen compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
The Aspen is likely to feel a bit sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio.

Handling
The Aspen and the CX-9 have approximately similar tires. With their similar turning radii, the CX-9 and the Chrysler Aspen indubitably handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The CX-9's engine is considerably smaller than the Chrysler Aspen's. Note that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; however, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Chrysler is substantially more powerful than the CX-9.

Overview
The Aspen and the Mazda CX-9 have the same basic warranty.

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