2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 QX56 (529 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX56 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
