2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
