2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Wrangler and 2009 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Wrangler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2009 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Wrangler | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |