2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Maverick | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
