2011 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 168 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX 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 2011 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti FX | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | FX | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1886 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
