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Audi Q7 vs. Chrysler Aspen Hybrid Review

How the Audi Q7 stacks up against the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Audi Q7
Price Range: $43,500 - $61,000
2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrid
Audi Q7 vs. Chrysler Aspen Hybrid Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Audi Q7 to the dealership as the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid. The Audi Q7 pales in comparison to the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid with respect to gas mileage. With respect to MSRP, the Audi Q7 costs considerably more than the Aspen Hybrid.

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid over the Audi Q7. There's little the Audi Q7 can tow that the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid cannot.

Convenience
The Audi Q7's fuel tank will need to be replenished somewhat more often than the unit in the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid's front cabin compared to the Audi Q7. While the rear of the Aspen Hybrid provides a bit more head- and leg-room than the Audi Q7, there frankly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The Audi Q7's tank is approximately the same size as the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid's, though the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid's is a bit bigger. The Audi Q7 and the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
Regarding horsepower, the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid packs quite a punch and will knock the Audi Q7 down a few rungs. On the flip side, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Audi Q7 and the Aspen Hybrid likely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Chrysler Aspen Hybrid's engine is tremendously bigger than the Audi Q7's. Keep in mind that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The Audi Q7 could learn a lesson or two from the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid regarding torque.

Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid isn't quite as generous as the Audi Q7's.

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