2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
