Infiniti FX 2012 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.7 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 333 HP | 286 HP | |
| Torque: | 363 NM | 347 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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Infiniti FX is more dynamic to drive. Infiniti FX engine produces 47 HP more power than Jeep Grand Cherokee, whereas torque is 16 NM more than Jeep Grand Cherokee. Thanks to more power Infiniti FX reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.2 | 10.4 | |
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Infiniti FX consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Infiniti FX could require 270 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres | 93 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km on highway | 1130 km on highway | ||
| Jeep Grand Cherokee gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 187 mm (7.4 inches) | 218 mm (8.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Jeep Grand Cherokee can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Infiniti Q50 | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Jeep Grand Cherokee engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.83 m | |
| Width: | 1.93 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.65 m | 1.78 m | |
| Infiniti FX is 4 cm longer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Infiniti FX is 13 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 376 litres | 782 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1870 litres | 1554 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Infiniti FX has 406 litres less trunk space than the Jeep Grand Cherokee. This could mean that the Infiniti FX uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Infiniti FX (by 316 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Infiniti FX is 0.4 metres less than that of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which means Infiniti FX can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`503 | 2`812 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 13 000 | 23 600 | |
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