2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3165 mm |
