2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | M | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
