2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Aspen | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 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 | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
