2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 509 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | Q45 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
