2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Maybach 57 and 2004 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Maybach | Skoda |
| Model | 57 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
