2009 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 528 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | M | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |