1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 20 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, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 187 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2010 Kia Forte, 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aerostar | Forte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
