2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
