2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | QX56 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |