2005 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |