2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | C | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
