2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 921 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
