2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 639 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Aspen | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |
