2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.

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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Make Audi Jeep
Model A6 Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 0 HP
Torque 450 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 251 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9 L/100km


 

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