2005 Maybach 62 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Maybach | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 117 L |
