1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Aerostar | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |