1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 21 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Aerostar | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
