2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Maverick | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
