2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Compass | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |