1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 815 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |