2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Express | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |