2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |