1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 7 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 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Life |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
