2000 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 523 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
