2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2002 Toyota RAV4 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. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
