2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Compass and 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 914 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Compass | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.6 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |