2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | C | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
