2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 3 | M |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
