2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2399 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |