2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 57 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 439 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Maybach 57 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 57 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
