2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 648 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | EX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
