1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerostar | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
