2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti QX56.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti QX56. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX56 | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
