1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
