2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | S4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
