2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
