2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Express | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |
