2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |