2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 288 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Commander | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2067 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 |
