2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti EX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLK | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
