2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 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), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Compass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
