2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
