2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Jeep | Audi |
Model | Liberty | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |