2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 121 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A8 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 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 | 1830 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |