2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
