2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Maverick |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |