2008 Infiniti M vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | M | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
