2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
