2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Compass | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |