1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 8 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | FXS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
