2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 603 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche GT2. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
