2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |