2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | SL | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |