2002 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maybach 57 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 57 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3140 mm |
