2008 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 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) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | S4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
