2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. Both 2002 Infiniti QX4 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz S are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX4 | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 238 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3165 mm |
