2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Commander | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
