2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | Drifter | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
