1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Aerostar | Cayman |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2416 mm |