2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 427 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
