2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Audi Jeep
Model A6 Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2966 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 421 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 162 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.5 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 13.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L


 

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