2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 96 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 693 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
