2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLK | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
