1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |