2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Jeep | Audi |
Model | Grand Cherokee | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |