2004 Maybach 62 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 62 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 62 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 85 L |
