2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
