2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
