1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerostar | SL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
