2008 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 508 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 105 L |
