2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
