2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 and 2008 Chrysler Aspen were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 550 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4701 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
