2006 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. 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 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
