2002 Maybach 57 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maybach 57 | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Maybach | Rover |
| Model | 57 | City |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
