2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maybach 57 2009 Honda Civic
Make Maybach Honda
Model 57 Civic
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5513 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 542 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 901 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 87.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2735 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.9 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 50 L


 

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