2009 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Maverick |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |