2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 174 kg more than 2013 Infiniti QX.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX 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 QX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLK | QX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3075 mm |
