2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
