1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Aerostar | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |