2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1695 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maybach 62 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 2005 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Fiesta | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
