2009 Infiniti M vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti M and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Infiniti M and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |