1997 Honda Today vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 808 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Today | Maverick |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |