1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
