2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (382 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Maybach | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5979 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
