2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti FX. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 CLK (510 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
