2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
