2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1057 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
