2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Almera | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
