2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 794 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Compass | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
