1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 15 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Aerostar | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
