1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 12 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Aerostar | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
