1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra 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 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Aerostar | Phedra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |