2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 877 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
