2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 55 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.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maverick | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
