2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Maverick |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1515 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |