2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | SL | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |