2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 365 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
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, 2010 Ford E-350, 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 717 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
