2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 773 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CLS | QX56 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1976 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |