2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
