2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
