2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus 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. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
