2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CLS | FX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 Weight | 1920 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |