1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aerostar | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
