2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Maverick | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Maverick | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |