2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Aspen | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 20.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |