2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ranger 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 498 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Ranger | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |