2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Infiniti FX. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |