1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 18 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, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Aerostar | 118 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |