1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 10 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
