1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 224 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3122 mm |
