2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 395 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 57 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
