2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Compass. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 844 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Compass. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
