2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Nubira | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
