2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |