2001 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
