1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2004 GMC Sonoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Aerostar | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |
