2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | X5 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 110 L |
