2010 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 478 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Patriot | FX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
