1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
