1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
