2013 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2013 Jeep Compass and 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 641 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Jeep Compass | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Compass | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4448 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 93 L |