1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 14 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Maverick | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
