2006 Ford S-Max vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1990 Westfield ZEI 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 1990 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max, 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | S-Max | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
