1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Aerostar | 350Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |