2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
