2006 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | M | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
