2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 518 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Compass | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |
