2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
