2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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. Both 2002 Infiniti FX and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |