1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 7 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | 996 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
