2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |
