2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. Both 2009 Jeep Compass and 2006 Toyota Camry are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
