2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CLK | EX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |