2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Voyager | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2766 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
