2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 992 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
