2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
