2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
