2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2006 Maybach 57 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (504 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 504 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
