2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
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 Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Aspen | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |
