1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 309 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.
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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Aerostar | FX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |