2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | E | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |