1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aerostar | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
