2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | CX-7 | FX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |