2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 596 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (529 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX56 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
