2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Compass 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 22 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Compass | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2788 mm |
