2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Aspen and 2008 Toyota Avensis 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Aspen 2008 Toyota Avensis
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Aspen Avensis
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1959 kg 1412 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 60 L