2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 988 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | BT-50 | FX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2885 mm |
