1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Aerostar | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
