2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Quest | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
