1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
