2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
