2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Compass | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |