2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Aspen | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |