2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Compass | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
