2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 331 kg more than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | TBD |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
