1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
