2009 Audi A5 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 A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A5 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
