2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti QX56. (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLS | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
