2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116.
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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Aspen | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
