2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Jeep Compass

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2007 Jeep Compass
Make Honda Jeep
Model Accord Compass
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2397 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 1750 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96.9 mm 97 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1193 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 51 L


 

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