2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 617 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | E | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |