1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 493 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
