2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Captiva | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
