2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 347 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2013 Kia Sorento 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Compass | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
