2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
| Model | E | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
