2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q7 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
