1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 271 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | S6 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |