2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 4 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 24 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura ILX. 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Compass | ILX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
