1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
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1997 Ford Aerostar | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Aerostar | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |