2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
