2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Tahoe | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |