2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Maverick | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
