2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. 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 120 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Aspen | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |