2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 437 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
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 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
