2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Maverick | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |