2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Maverick | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |