2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
