2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Aspen | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |
