1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 17 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Aerostar | FR-S |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |