1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maverick | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
