2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
