2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 994 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Silverado | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 110 L |