1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 716 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerostar | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
