2006 Maybach 62 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maybach 62 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Maybach | Smart |
Model | 62 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 33 L |