2004 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
