2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A8 | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |