2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
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2009 Ford Maverick | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Maverick | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |