2008 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | M | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |