2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Aspen | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 102 L |