2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
