1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 700 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 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | Sienna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |