2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1670 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Maybach |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
