2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A5 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
