2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 3 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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 2012 Ford Ka. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Compass | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1393 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
