2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 590 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
