1993 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
