1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Maverick | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
