2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
