2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 69 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2009 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Aspen | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
