1997 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
