2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Maybach 62 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |
