2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 992 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1393 kg |
