2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Tahoe (461 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
