2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
