2005 Audi TT vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi TT 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Audi Jeep
Model TT Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 78 L


 

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