2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
