2009 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
