2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | FX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
