1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q45 | CLK |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |