1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 367 kg more than 1991 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Aerostar | 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |