2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | S | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
