2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 783 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Compass 2007 Kia Cee'd
Make Jeep Kia
Model Compass Cee'd
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2359 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 85.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 183 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.3 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2046 kg 1263 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 53 L


 

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