2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 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 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Audi RS5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi RS5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Jeep | Audi |
Model | Grand Cherokee | RS5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |