1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Aerostar | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
