2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | Drifter | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
