2001 Infiniti I vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, both 2001 Infiniti I and 2001 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti I | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | I | 626 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |