2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Express | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |