2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
