2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 162 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Compass (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Avenger | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
