1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerostar | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
