1994 Audi V8 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar

To start off, both 1994 Audi V8 and 1994 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi V8 1994 Ford Aerostar
Make Audi Ford
Model V8 Aerostar
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3561 cc 2978 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3030 mm


 

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