2002 Maybach 57 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 6 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) has 435 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 974 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Commercial has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 57 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3560 mm |
