2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti FX. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 20 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
