2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera 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 418 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maybach 57 | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 57 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 620 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2744 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 2470 mm |
