2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Jeep Liberty were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 798 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 Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Jeep Liberty
Make Audi Jeep
Model A4 Liberty
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1828 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 51 L


 

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