2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 352 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Nitro | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |