1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Maverick | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
