2002 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 273 kg more than 2002 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 626 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
