2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Maverick | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |