2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
