2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 209 kg more than 2003 Maybach 57.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Tahoe | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |
