2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.

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