2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
Model | Golf | Compass |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |