2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (699 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti QX56. (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | QX56 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 96 L |