2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
