2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick.
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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick. 2006 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
