2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | CLK | EX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.9 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 | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |