2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 656 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |
