2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 417 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle 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 718 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Freestyle | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
