1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 16 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | E-250 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |