2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 Audi A6. 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 2012 Audi A6. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
