1988 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Aerostar | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
