1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 12 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Aerostar | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |
