2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Aspen and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Aspen | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
