2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | QX56 | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |