2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | S | EX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
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 | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |