2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 57 would be higher. 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 415 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 57 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
