2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.

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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi R8 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Make Audi Jeep
Model R8 Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 295 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1829 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 78 L


 

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