2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2012 Infiniti FX and 2012 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 842 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti FX | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | FX | 2 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |