2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 120 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
