1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Aerostar | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |