2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (471 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CL | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
