2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
