2011 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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 QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | QX56 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 559 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
