2007 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 1 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 229 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | S8 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
