1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
