2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 993 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Beaulieu | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |
