2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
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 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Compass | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
