2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 291 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
Model | Compass | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |