1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3610 mm |
