2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 102 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Compass | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
