2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Maverick |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |