2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Epica and 2007 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Epica | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
