2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
