2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C2 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
