1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
