2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
