2000 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
