2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX.
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 FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Liberty | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 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 | 319 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
