2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti FX and 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (331 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
