1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1994 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Aerostar | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2466 mm |
