1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Maverick |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |