2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | C | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
