2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A3 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |