2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
