2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX.
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 EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Cherokee | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
