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The Chrysler Aspen Limited 4X2 is Chrysler's full-size SUV. The Aspen shares the same platform as the Dodge Durango. It is clear that when the Aspen was on the drawing board we were not suffering from a credit crunch or gas price hikes. However, although the sheer size and cost of the Aspen may deter buyers, some buyers actually need vehicles like the Chrysler Aspen Limited 4X2 in order to tow large boats or trailers. We should not forget that there is a place for vehicles with huge towing capacities - try towing a 40ft trailer with a Prius!

The Chrysler Aspen Limited 4X2 uses exactly the same suspension layout as the Dodge Durango, independent, double-wishbone front and non-independent solid-axle rear. The Aspen comes with a 303-hp 4.7-liter V8 or a 335-hp 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine and either rear- or all-wheel drive. Both engines are mated to a five-speed automatic transmission and the Hemi V8 includes the Chrysler Multi-displacement System (MDS) which is capable of shutting down 4 cylinders to conserve fuel when not required.

Conventional 2009 Chrysler Aspen are available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrids are AWD only. Maximum towing capacity is 8900 lb for conventional models, 6000 lb for the Hybrid. A low-range gear for off-roading is an option on non-Hybrid AWD models. The 2009 Chrysler Aspen its available in safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags.

Standard seating is for eight with a 2nd-row bench; available buckets reduce it to seven. A power liftgate and rearview camera are standard on all models. Leather upholstery and navigation system are standard on Hybrid and available on other models. DVD entertainment is optional on all.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Infiniti FX and Mercedes-Benz M-Class. The Chrysler Aspen adds a gas/electric hybrid model, and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class and R-Class add a new diesel powerplant, as does the Volkswagen Touareg 2.

Specification
Wheelbase 3028 mm 119.2 in
Track front 1636 mm 64.4 in
rear 1636 mm 64.4 in
Length 5100 mm 200.8 in
Width 1930 mm 76 in
Height 1887 mm 74.3 in
Length:wheelbase ratio 1.68
Ground clearance 220 mm 8.7 in
Kerb weight 2224 kg 4903 lb
Weight distribution
(Front) 52.60 %
Fuel capacity 102.3 litres 22.5 UK Gal 27 US Gal

Drag coefficient 0.391
Frontal area 3.10 m2
Cx 1.21

Bore × stroke 93.00 mm × 86.50 mm
3.66 in × 3.41 in
Cylinders V-8 in 90.0° vee
Displacement 4.7 litre
4701 cc
(286.873 cu in)
Type SOHC
Key:

SOHC
Single overhead camshaft

DOHC
Double overhead camshaft

OHV
Overhead valves

TS
Two stroke

SV
Side valves

Sl
Sleeve valves

oise
Overhead inlet side exhaust

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4 valves per cylinder
32 valves in total
Construction cast iron block; aluminum alloy head
Sump Wet sumped
Compression ratio 9.00:1
Fuel system SMPFI
Maximum power
(SAE net) 307.2 PS (303 bhp) (225.9 kW)
@ 5650 rpm
Specific output 64.5 bhp/litre
1.06 bhp/cu in
Maximum torque
(SAE net) 447.0 Nm (330 ft·lb) (45.6 kgm)
@ 3950 rpm
bmep 1194.9 kPa (173.3 psi)
Specific torque 95.09 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm 6000 rpm
Manufacturer Chrysler
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore/stroke ratio 1.08
Unitary capacity 587.63 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter Y

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD

Key:

FWD
Front wheel drive

RWD
Rear wheel drive

AWD
All wheel drive

4WD
Four wheel drive


Steering rack & pinion PAS
Turns lock-to-lock 3.410
Turning circle
Suspension front I.U&LW.ARB.
rear LA.WL.ARB.
Key:

I
Independent

LA
Live axle

dD
de Dion axle

W
Wishbone

DW
Double wishbones

CS
Coil springs

ARB
Anti-roll bar

LS
Leaf springs

SE
Semi-elliptic leaf springs

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Wheels front
rear
Tyres front
rear
Brakes F/R VeDi/Di-S-ABS

Key:

Ve
Ventilated

Di
Disc (Disk)

Dr
Drum

S
Servo-assisted

ABS
Anti-lock Braking System

Brake ∅ front 336 mm
rear 352 mm
Braked area
Transmission 5 speed automatic
Top gear ratio 0.67
Final drive ratio 3.55

As you know, Fiat-Chrysler alliance will produce a series of models developed by a manufacturer that will be marketed with the logo of other brands belonging to the consortium. To illustrate some of the changes that took place in the Fiat-Chrysler alliance, the Americans from Chrysler unveiled a Lancia Delta with a Chrysler logo. The compact Delta was present at the Detroit Auto Show with a changed front grille, along with Chrysler logo located inside and outside.

As a strange by product of the Chrysler/Fiat tie-in, a Lancia Delta wearing Chrysler badges appeared at the Detroit Auto Show’s Chrysler exhibit. There was no press release about the car. What’s more, Chrysler spokesmen seemed as surprised as we were. Let’s assume this was merely an exercise to see how the public would react.

Lancia debuted the new Delta, and this Chrysler concept cars apparently exists to demonstrate to the public that Chrysler now has foreign fingers in its pie. Powertrain? No details available, although twin exhaust tips in the rear suggest it has an engine. In Europe, the Delta is available with a choice of five powerplants; gasoline units are 1.4- and 1.8-liter turbo fours and there are also 1.6-, 1.9-, and 2.0-liter diesel inline-fours. Brembo brakes do this car’s stopping, and it wears 225/45-17 Goodyear Excellence rubber.

The only difference between this and the Delta sold in Russia, Turkey and the U.K. is the grille and Chrysler's name on the back end. Surprisingly, the exterior design fits well within the current state of Chrysler products and easily outshines most of what's on dealer lots right now. The interior looks a little disjointed for American tastes, however.

While there are a number of engines for the Delta overseas, it would likely get one of the new four- or six-cylinder engines Chrysler unveiled last week.

Although Chrysler Delta will not be sold too soon on the market in the United States of America, it exemplifies the changes that take place in the ranges of the two manufacturers in the alliance. We can expect the Dodge models to receive the logo of Alfa Romeo when Dodge will be sold in the US, and Dodge models receive similar treatment in Europe.

2010 Chrysler Delta Concept Cars apparently exist to demonstrate to the public that Chrysler now has foreign fingers in its pie. Although twin exhaust tips in the rear suggest it has an engine. In Europe, the Delta is available with a choice of five powerplants. Chrysler could learn from the Delta’s sumptuous interior. Tan leather seats are trimmed with fat black piping and the black leather covered dash is stitched with contrasting tan thread to match the seats.

Chrysler could learn from the Delta’s sumptuous interior. Tan leather seats are trimmed with fat black piping, and the black leather-covered dash is stitched with contrasting tan thread to match the seats. A panoramic full-length glass roof, navigation system, and automatic climate control attest to the luxurious trappings available on the car in Europe. 

Although the interior looks like a lovely place to pass the miles, we think the car just looks awkward, with more of a goofy French style than the sensuous shapes we expect from Italians.

It was more the way Chrysler's marketing lady said it, than the actual words she used when she was talking about the new Grand Voyager.

"We invented this market", sounds innocent enough, but there was just a hint of bitterness in her voice, a sense of exasperation that Chrysler invented the MPV, but has since seen Ford, Renault et al steal the vast majority of the sales.

The Voyager produces 161bhp and 266lb ft, but in a car that weighs 2,100kg that's scarcely adequate. Better to leave 20 minutes extra and not rush, because for that, the Voyager's fine. It's refined at motorway speeds and the ride now feels more controlled so you don't get all the awful suspension movement that used to afflict the last car. The handling and steering are still nothing to be proud of, but do the job adequately.

Engine & Transmission

Bore x Stroke - 96.0 x 87.0 mm
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Cubic Capacity - 3778 cc
6 Cylinder
Fuel Injection System Sequential multiport
Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline
Automatic gearbox
6 Gears
60 degree V layout
Power - bhp @ rpm 190/5200
Torque - lb ft @ rpm 225/4000
12 valves
Performance
0 to 62.5 mph - 12.6 seconds
Max. Speed - 120 mph
Fuel Consumption
EC Combined - mpg (l/100 km) 23.0 (12.3)
EC Extra Urban - mpg (l/100 km) 32.1 (8.8)
EC Urban - mpg (l/100 km) 15.4 (18.3)
Economy & emissions
CO2 - g / km 294
European Union Emission Standards Yes
Suspension
Independent front MacPherson struts, coil over gas-charged shock absorbers popping, stabilizer bar with isolated suspension cradle
-beam rear axle Twist coil springs, trackbar, gas-charged shock absorbers
Steering
Overall ratio 16.9:1
Steering turns out (lock to lock) 3:14
Turning circle (curb to curb) - 12:07 m
Type Rack and wings, power-assisted hydraulic
Brake, Wheels & Tires

Front vented brake discs with ABS
Front Tyre 225/65R17
Rear solid disc brakes with ABS
Rear Tire 225 / 65R17
Spare Compact Spare Tyre
Wheels 17 "x 6.5" Aluminum Wheels with 225/65R17 Tires
Exterior Dimensions
Height - Min - 1 816 mm
Length - 5143 mm
Wheelbase - 3078 mm
Width - 1953 mm
Weight & Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity - 75.7 ltr
Gross Vehicle Weight - 2700 kg
Kerb Weight Max. - 2230 Kg
Luggage capacity (two seats) - 3296 liter
Luggage Capacity (Seats 4) - 2054 liter
Luggage capacity (seven seats) - 756 ltr
Max. Payload - 470 kg
Max. Roof load - 68 kg
Max.Towing Weight (braked trailer) - kg 1600
Insurance Group
Insurance Group 13E

Equipment Specifications
Exterior Specifications
Bodyside Moulding - Standard Chrome
Mirror Door Handles & Exterior - Standard Chrome
Exterior Mirror - Power, Folding,
Multi-Function with Memory Standard
Grille - Chrome Surround and Chrome Accents Standard
Rear Bumper Pad Standard scuff
Roof Rails - Chrome Side Rails with Standard Black crossbars
Functional / Electrical features
12V DC Front & Rear Power Outlet Standard
Automatic Climate Control with 3 Zones
Temperature Control & Rear Passenger Control Standards
headlamp washers Standards
HID Headlamps with Standard System for Self-leveling
Load leveling suspension and High Control Standards
Standard Torch Portable Rechargeable
Standard Power Liftgate
Rear Side Power Sliding Doors Sandard
Standard rain sensing wipers
rear Seatback Grocery Bag Hooks Standards
Rear View Mirror - Auto Dim with Standard Microphone
Rear window wiper / washer Standard
Standard Speed Control
Standard Vehicle Information Center
Windows - 2nd & 3rd Row Window Shades Standard
Windows - Power Front Row 2 &
Quarter Vent Rear Windows Standard
In Car Entertainment
9 Amplified Speakers with subwoofer Standards
Radio AM/FM/CD/DVD/HDD/MP3,
UConnect GPS Satellite Navigation (REW)
with Bluetooth and Voice Recognition Standard
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls Standard
Interior Specifications
Standard Analog Clock
Cargo Compartment Cover Standard
Door Trim Panel - Luxury Standard Finish
Easy Clean Floor Mats Standard
Flip-Down Seatback Tables Trays Standard
Illuminated Cupholders Standard
Illuminated Entry Standards
Illuminated Front Door Storage Standards
Instrument Panel Bezel with Woodgrain and Silver Standard
Interior Assist Handle - Front Standard
Interior Assist Handles - Rear Standard
Interior Observation Mirror Standard
Overhead Console Standard
Overhead storage bins
with Ambient Surround Lighting Standards
Chair - 2nd & 3rd Row - Stow n 'Go Seating Standard
Seat - 3rd Row - Power Stow n 'Go Seating Standard
Chair - Dark Slate Grey, Leather wear -
Heated Front & 2nd Row Standards
Seats - Power 8-Way Driver with Memory
Function and Lumbar Adjustment Manual Standard
Seats - Power Passenger Seat 8-Way Standards
Shift Knob - Leather wrapped Standards
Steering Wheel - Leather wrapped Standards
Sun Visors with Illuminated Mirror Standard
Standard Glass Veil
Tilt Steering Column Standard
Tip start Standard
Safety & Security
Air Bags - Advanced multistage Front Standard
Air Bags - Side Curtain Supplimental 3 Row Standard
Air Bags - Front Seat Mounted Standard Supplimental
Lock 4-Wheel Disc Brakes Anti-Standard
Brake Assist Standard
Door Ajar Warning Lamp Standard
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Standard
Front Fog Lamps Standard
headlamp Off Time Delay Standard
keyless entry with a Thatcham Category 1
Standard Immobilisor Alerts
Locking Fuel Filler Cap Standard
Park Assist - Rear Camera Standard
Park Assist - Rear Standard Sensor
Power Locks Standard
Standard Rear Fog Lamps
Standard Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
Optional Specifications
Rear Entertainment system
Chairs - 2 Row - Swivel n 'Go Seating
Special paint
UConnect gps satellite navigation

The Chrysler Firepower is an attractive and powerful concept, reaching 60 miles an hour in less than 4.5 seconds and continuing on to 175mph.
The Chrysler Firepower is based on a Dodge Viper chassis, and it's not impossible to see a resemblance. Muscular rear arches, wide low and flat bonnet and a cockpit pushed to the extreme rear of the car.
The rear view, especially the taillights and boot lid, have a distinct Aston Martin vibe. This similarity is not by accident, both cars are intended as luxury tourers designed to compete in the same market. Although the Firepower would probably be termed 'the poor mans Aston Martin.