2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | QX56 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |