2010 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Compass | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | Compass | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
