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 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 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 708 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.

Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 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 Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 6063 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 247 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1512 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 16.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 78 L


 

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