2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Maybach 62 and 2009 Volvo S80 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 308 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maybach 62 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Maybach | Volvo |
Model | 62 | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |