1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Aerostar | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
