2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Aspen and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
