2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | 6 | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |