1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
