1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1102 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | Expedition |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3023 mm |