2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 2 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 773 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. 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 2011 Kia Soul. 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Compass | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| 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 | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
