2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | S | EX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |
