2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Expedition | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 110 L |