2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 430 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 57 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.9 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 | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
