2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | FX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
