2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Cherokee | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
