2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti G37 and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2009 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | G37 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |