2008 Honda Fit vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Fit would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Honda | Maybach |
| Model | Fit | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 110 L |
