2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (226 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A4 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |