2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (305 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX56 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
