2003 Maybach 57 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maybach | Subaru |
| Model | 57 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
