2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler
Make Audi Jeep
Model S4 Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 0 HP
Torque 410 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1755 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 72 L


 

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