2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2010 Audi Q5 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. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Wrangler | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
