1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1994 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Cherokee | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2807 mm |
