2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 73 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 888 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Compass | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |