1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 22 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1989 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
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1989 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Aerostar | ix35 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |