2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |
