1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 16 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, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aerostar | Soul |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
