2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. Both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
