2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Compass | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
