2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Cherokee | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
