1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Aerostar | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |