2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 322 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q7 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
