2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 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 53 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 793 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Compass | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |
