1996 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A8 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |