2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 511 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | GL | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
