2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Citroen C4 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 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | C4 | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |