1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CLK | QX56 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |