2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 3 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
