2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 746 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
