2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Audi Jeep
Model A4 Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1949 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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