1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 20 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
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1993 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | Fusion |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |