2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
