2008 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
