2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
