1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Aerostar | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
