2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 213 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti IPL has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti IPL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CL | IPL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
