2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
