1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | Sienna |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |