2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLK | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
