2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 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 Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
