1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
