2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
