1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
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 Nissan Juke, 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Juke |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
