1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerostar | Vito |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
