2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Ram | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |