2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 476 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
