2012 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Jeep Wrangler 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Jeep Infiniti
Model Wrangler FX
Year Released 2012 2013
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1957 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 4404 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1877 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2946 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.4 L/100km


 

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