2003 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 378 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Maverick (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
