2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
