2010 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2010 Infiniti FX and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 302 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1111 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Infiniti FX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | SL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 605 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |