2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Forester | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |