2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 178 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1215 kg |
