2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 389 kg more than 1988 Ford Aerostar. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
