2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Malibu | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
