1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
