2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1464 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
