2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Compass and 2009 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. 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 2009 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2009 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Compass | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Jeep | Saab |
Model | Compass | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |