1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 699 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Aerostar | Smart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
