1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
