2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 528 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
