2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
