2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q7 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
