2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 E500 (460 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | E500 | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
