1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 15 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Aerostar | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
