2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compass | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
