1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aerostar | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
