2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc, 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
