2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2008 Ford Maverick and 2008 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda CR-V. 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
