2003 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 234 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
