2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Compass | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |