2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2003 Infiniti FX and 2003 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Infiniti FX | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | FX | 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |