2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 268 kg more than 2001 GMC Sierra.
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, 2001 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
