2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 982 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9 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 | 1160 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
