2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Compass | Leon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1393 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
