2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 798 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 2006 Dodge Ram. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
