2008 Maybach 62 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 969 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maybach 62 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5978 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |