2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | SLK | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
