2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea 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 4 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 591 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Compass | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
