2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |