2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
