2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CL | EX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |