2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Compass | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
