2008 Maybach 62 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 404 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Maybach 62 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
Model | 62 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5978 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |