2008 Ford Maverick vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
