2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |