2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Cherokee | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
