2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A8 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2580 mm |