1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 519 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Aerostar | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
