2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 SLK (500 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | SLK | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
