2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
