2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | QX56 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
