2010 Infiniti FX 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 FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 486 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.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti FX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | S |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| 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 | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
