2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
