2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |
