2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 Chrysler Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chrysler Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
