2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Maverick and 2005 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1254 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
