2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CLS | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |