2003 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Verada | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
