2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q5 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
