1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
