2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 975 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
