1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
