2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.

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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Audi Jeep
Model RS6 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 80 L


 

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