2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
