2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
