2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Compass |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |