Infiniti FX 2012 vs Mazda 3 2013
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Crossover / SUV | Hatchback | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Infiniti FX is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Mazda 3 has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Infiniti FX is available with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Mazda 3 can be equipped with front wheel drive. | |||
| Engines: | 3.0 - 5.0 | 1.5 - 2.5 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 238 - 400 HP | 100 - 187 HP | |
| Torque: | 363 - 550 NM | 144 - 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.8 - 8.3 seconds | 8.1 - 13.6 seconds | |
| In general, Infiniti FX are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mazda 3. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 - 13.1 | 4.1 - 7.6 | |
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Infiniti FX petrol engines consumes on average 6.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3. On average, Infiniti FX equipped with diesel engines consume 4.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 187 mm (7.4 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Infiniti FX can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.93 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.65 m | 1.45 m | |
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Infiniti FX is larger. Infiniti FX is 39 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 14 cm wider, while the height of Infiniti FX is 20 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 376 litres | 364 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1870 litres | 1263 litres | |
| Infiniti FX has 12 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Infiniti FX (by 607 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Infiniti FX is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Infiniti FX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`448 | ~ 1`864 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 400 | 7200 | |
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