2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
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 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maybach |
| Model | Genesis | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 110 L |
