2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 5 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, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Aspen | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
