2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | Maverick |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |