2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2011 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
