2008 Maybach 62 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maybach 62 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 344 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maybach 62 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 2008 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 62 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Maybach | Kia |
| Model | 62 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5978 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
