2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 371 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
