2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
