2010 Infiniti EX vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX 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 2010 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti EX | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | EX | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
