2010 Infiniti EX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti EX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EX | S |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
