2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | QX56 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
