2009 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
