2000 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
