2011 Infiniti EX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti EX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EX | SL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |