2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
