2005 Maybach 62 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. 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 309 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maybach | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 96 L |
