2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 725 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
