1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
