2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (540 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
