2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3030 mm |