2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,124 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (456 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (302 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | S4 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4124 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
