2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | QX56 | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
