2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 373 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 520 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | ML | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 520 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
