2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 281 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 581 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
