2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 119 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Maverick | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
