1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 11 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, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Aerostar | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
