2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 776 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Compass | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
