2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1461 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maybach 57 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 2011 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 823 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maybach 57 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 620 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2744 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
