2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
