2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Jeep | Audi |
Model | Grand Cherokee | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |