1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 793 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Aerostar | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
