1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 928 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
