2006 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
