2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |