1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 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 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerostar | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2970 mm |
