2001 Nissan Alpha vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Alpha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Alpha would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Alpha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Nissan Alpha (359 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Alpha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Alpha | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Alpha | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
