2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 626 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Maverick | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
