2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 242 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 (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | ML | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
