1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Maverick | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Maverick | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |