2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 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 F-250.

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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford F-250 1993 Ford Aerostar
Make Ford Ford
Model F-250 Aerostar
Year Released 2009 1993
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5399 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 5890 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3610 mm 3030 mm


 

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