2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti QX. (395 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti QX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 766 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti QX. (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti QX. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti QX has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti QX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLS | QX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
