2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick. 2009 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
