2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti FX.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti FX. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti FX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |