2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. Both 2009 Jeep Compass and 2008 Jeep Compass are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 585 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, both vehicles can yield 224 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Compass | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
