2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
