2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | QX56 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |