1998 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
