2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 225 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.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |