2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 102 L |
