2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti FX and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti FX | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | FX | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |