2009 Citroen C1 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 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass.
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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C1 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
