2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti FX. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
