2011 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Ford F-450
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 F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-450. 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 F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Maverick | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 144 L |
