2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Corsa would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 531 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Corsa. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
