2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 20 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.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Expedition | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 110 L |
