1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 19 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 350 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Aerostar | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2467 mm |
