1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Aerostar | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2933 mm |
