2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | FX | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
