2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLK | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
