2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti FX and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (315 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (446 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
