2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
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 FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | FX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
