2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G35 | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
