2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 413 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 Dodge Journey. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Journey | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |