1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 169 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
