2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | S | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
