2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Ford Maverick and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 353 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
