The 1997 Ford Aerostar, the latest model year on record, is 182.7″ long, 72″ wide and 72.8″ tall on a 118.9″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,748 lb. At 15.2 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.8 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Ford Aerostar generation, measured
The biggest change in length came in 1989, when the new car was 7.9″ longer than the 1985–1988 one. The biggest change in weight came in 1991: 176 lb heavier than before. The current car, sold since 1994, is 7.9″ longer and 68 lb lighter than the 1991–1993 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1988 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | — |
| 1989–1990 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 73.2″ | 118.9″ | 3,316 lb |
| 1991–1993 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 72.8″ | 118.9″ | 3,492 lb |
| 1994–1997 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 72.8″ | 118.9″ | 3,424 lb |
Aerostar year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1996 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1995 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1994 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 6 | |
| 1993 | 181.5″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 7 | |
| 1992 | 181.5″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 7 | |
| 1991 | 181.5″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 7 | |
| 1990 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 6 | |
| 1989 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1988 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 2 | |
| 1987 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 1986 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 1985 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 |
Will a Aerostar fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.2 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.2 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,106 cars within 10″ of its length, the Aerostar has a longer wheelbase than 99%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,106 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72″ | 72″ | same |
| Wheelbase | 118.9″ | 106.7″ | +12.2″ |
| Curb weight | 3,748 lb | 3,554 lb | +194 lb |
Aerostar against its rivals
Next to the Toyota Previa, the Aerostar is the shortest and the lightest of the two.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Aerostar (this car) | 1997 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 3,748 lb |
| Toyota Previa | 1997 | 187″ | 70.9″ | 3,898 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1997 Aerostar bigger than the 1996?
No. The 1997 and 1996 Aerostar are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Aerostar or the Toyota Previa?
The 1997 Toyota Previa is 4.3″ longer and 150 lb heavier than the 1997 Aerostar.
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