2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 393 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX.
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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (457 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | G | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 292 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
