2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 57 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
