2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 169 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.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Maverick | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |