1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
