2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti FX 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 108 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 723 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.

Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti FX 2009 Jeep Patriot
Make Infiniti Jeep
Model FX Patriot
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 97 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 51 L


 

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