2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | SLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
