2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
