2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Tahoe | 62 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3828 mm |