2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Maybach 57.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Land Rover | Maybach |
Model | Defender | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |