2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.

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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Donkervoort D8 1994 Ford Aerostar
Make Donkervoort Ford
Model D8 Aerostar
Year Released 2002 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 2978 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3030 mm


 

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