2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Compass | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
