2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | SL | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |