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 |
