2008 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | S4 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
