2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | S | EX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |