1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |