1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | A7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2914 mm |
