1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Aerostar | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
