1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1290 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.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3967 mm |
