2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | S | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
