2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 201 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, 2009 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
