2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 582 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
