2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 987 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | E | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
