1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Aerostar | Familia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |