1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Platina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
