2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 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 |