2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
