2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | EX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |
