1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Aerostar | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2624 mm |
